What to Wear (and What Not to Wear) When Visiting Someone at R.M.C - Main Unit
Dress code is one of the most common reasons visits get delayed or denied. Keep your outfit simple, follow the rules below, and you should get through check-in without any surprises.
You must wear a shirt to enter the visiting area at R.M.C - Main Unit. Not sure if something counts? Go with a regular T-shirt, blouse, or button-down instead of testing borderline options at the door.
Shoes are required. Stick with standard, everyday footwear so you are not scrambling at the last minute.
No Heelys: Shoes with built-in wheels are not allowed, even if they look like regular sneakers.
No removable footwear parts: If your shoes have pieces that detach or come apart (even small add-ons), swap them for a plain pair.
No camouflage: Military-style camo in any color or style is prohibited. Leave camo jackets, pants, and hats at home.
Length matters for skirts, dresses, and Bermuda-length shorts. At R.M.C - Main Unit, anything more than 3 inches above the knee is not permitted. If you are close to that cutoff, go with something longer so you are not second-guessing yourself in the parking lot.
- ✓ Check length standing up in front of a mirror, not sitting down.
- ✓ If the hem lands more than 3 inches above your knee, pick a longer option.
- ✓ When you are between sizes or lengths, go with the more conservative choice.
- ✓ If you are unsure, switch to pants or a longer skirt or dress so you are clearly within the rule.
Bring a valid picture ID if you are 16 or older. You will need it to enter the visiting area.
Entry Checks Tips
- ✓ Wear a shirt.
- ✓ Wear shoes (and skip Heelys).
- ✓ Avoid any footwear with removable parts.
- ✓ Do not wear military-style camouflage of any type or color.
- ✓ If you are wearing a dress, skirt, or Bermuda-length shorts, make sure it is not more than 3 inches above the knee.
- ✓ If you are 16 or older, bring a valid picture ID.
When in doubt, pick the safer outfit. I recommend calling R.M.C - Main Unit ahead of time if your clothing is close to the 3-inch-above-the-knee limit or your shoes have unusual features. Show up with a plain shirt, standard shoes, no camouflage, and the right ID (if you are 16+), and you can focus on your visit instead of your outfit.
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